School Homecoming Prom, Dance, and Party Ideas and Themes

Is your student body planning a high school prom, dance, or party? Do you need ideas for your themes? Well look no further we can help spark your creative juices by going over several factors that determine a successful prom.

High School Homecoming

Most High School Homecomings are organized by Student Council Advisors. Now the main idea for a homecoming is to promote school spirit. The planning that goes into a homecoming or party is not as involved as your High School Prom. This does not mean that the decorations should get overlooked at your schools homecoming. We will discuss those ideas later.

High School Prom

At a majority of High Schools, their Proms are planned by the Junior Class Prom Committee. The prom is the send off for the school's upper class students. There can be two separate proms depending on the size of your junior and senior class. Some schools in different districts go as far as to combine proms due to smaller class sizes. Since the High School Prom is a formal event, it is usually receives more attention and funding.

High School Homecoming Dance Ideas

So you and your committee are looking for ideas for your homecoming, dance, or party. Your themes depend mostly on the traditions of your school. Try to tie in what your school mascot. If your party or dance is something more casual, then it may be predetermined. The basic ingredients for successful school homecoming dance are music, hype, and energy. The company you hire for the Michigan DJ can make or break your ticket sales for the next dance depending on how the music was balanced. How well your committee hypes the party will determine the outcome as well. Do not forget that the energy level at your school homecoming dance will be based on how much decorating your group does.

High School Prom Themes

Your High School Prom theme deserves more attention than the typical High School Homecoming. This means spending more time selecting a reputable venue location, caterer, photographer, and Michigan DJ Company. Here is a list of High School Prom themes for you to choose from.

A Dream for Us
A Kiss is Just a Kiss
A Midsummer Night's Dream
A Night at the Oscars
A Night in the Clouds
A Night of Mystery
A Night on Treasure Island
A Night to Remember
A Night with the Stars
A Red Carpet Affair
A Stroll down Broadway
A Taste of California
A Taste of International Flavors
A Walk in the Clouds
An Affair to Remember
An Evening in (Place)
An Evening of Stars
Arabian Nights
Between Your Heart and Mine
Big Band
Born to Be Wild
Box Office Bliss
Bright Lights, Big City
Broadway Backstage
Can't Fight the Moonlight
Captured in a Dream
Caribbean Nights
Carnival
Carried Away
Casablanca
Casino de (School Name)
Cherished Moments
Come What May
Cupid's Ball
Daring to Dream
Deep Blue Destiny
Depths of Love
Destiny Awaits
Destiny Awaits
Enchantment under the Sea
Escape
Eternal Elegance
Everything You Want
Fire and Ice (Worlds Collide)
Fly Me to the Moon
Forever Tonight
From this Moment
Garden of Enchantment
Glamour and Glitz or the 20's
Got to Believe in Magic
Greek Paradise
Happily Ever After
Heaven in Your Eyes
Heaven on Earth
Here's to the Night
Hollywood Night of the Oscars
Hollywood Nights
Horary for Hollywood
Hour of Enchantment
I Believe
I could not ask For More
I Promise you the Stars
If only for one Night
I'll Always Remember You
In The Still of the Night
In the Still of the Night
It Might Be You
It's a Jungle Out There
Larger than Life
Let the Good Times Roll
Magic under the Stars
Magical Memories
Mardi gras
Masquerade Ball
Memories of Tonight
Memories to Last a Lifetime
Moonlight In Paradise
Moonlight on the Nile
Moonlight Rendezvous
Moving On
Mystical Journey
Mystical Twilight
New York, New York
Night in New Orleans
Night with the Stars
Nightlife 200-
One Sweet Night
One upon a Time
Our Treasured Night
Paint the Town Red
Paradise Awaits
Parisian Romance/Escape
Picture Perfect
Putting on the Glitz
Remember Me Always
Retro Romance
Romance in the Park
Saturday Night Fever
Save the Last Dance for Me
Saving Forever for You
Shores of Venice
Show Me the Meaning
Simply Forever
Simply the Best
Somewhere Over the Rainbow
Space Odyssey
Springtime in Paris
Stand By Me
Star Struck
Starlight Fairytale
Still the One
Sunset Serenade
The Perfect Prom
The Way You Love Me
These are the Times
This Magic Moment
Time after Time
Time of My Life
Tonight is the Night
Tonight's Dream...Tomorrow's Memory
Tropical Paradise
Under the Sea
Underwater Paradise
Unforgettable
Unforgettable
Voices That Care
Waiting for Tonight
Waiting for Tonight
Waltz under the Blue Moon
What Dreams May Come
When You Believe
With Upon a Star
Written in the Stars
You'll be in my Heart

The Ultimate Dance for your Students

Selecting a theme and going over ideas will help guarantee a fun and memorable event. This is a key component in producing an unforgettable prom or homecoming dance. First, think about the type of prom you want to have, whether you want it to be romantic, fun, or mysterious. Most schools develop themes that generally set the guidelines for the prom colors and decorations. Some schools have become more creative by revolving the entire dance party around the theme and ideas. This goes all the way down to the students costume attire to decorations. Whatever theme your committee chooses, make sure it fits the personality and customs of your student body.

Adult Theme Party Ideas - Top 10 Most Popular Themes

Who said theme parties are just for kids?

I've picked out the most popular party themes for adults, sure to bring out the "kid" in you. If you are looking to host a party that is sure to go over well, check out the tried-and-true party ideas below.

Hawaiian Luau Party

Welcome each guest with an "aloha" and a kiss on the cheek. Hand a lei to all guests, and a silk flower for the women to put in their hair. Think balmy and exotic! Bright and colorful is sure to set a tropical ambiance.

The best drinks include Margaritas, Mai Tais, Pina Coladas, Bahama Mamas, and Frozen Daiquiris. Be sure to have Hawaiian punch on hand for the non-alcoholic set as well as water for all. Be sure to have a limbo contest to see "how low can you go" and a hula contest for great fun.

Wine Tasting Party

A wine tasting party doesn't have to be reserved for the well-versed wine connoisseur. Get your friends together for an informal potluck party, with each guest bringing his/her favorite wine. Food should be simple appetizers as well as cheese and bread. Provide index cards for guests to rate their favorites.

Bunco Party Theme

Bunco is a great game is rapidly taking over in our living rooms. It's not your grandmother's canasta game! Bunco allows for regular get-togethers with family, friends, and neighbors as you can meet on a monthly basis, while rotating hosts. It's fast paced and gets you mixing with all players (usually 12) as you rotate from table to table.

Fortune Telling Theme

I see a fun theme party in your future...

A gypsy type garb is perfect for a fortune telling party. Complete your outfit with scarves, lots of bangle type bracelets, and hoop earrings. Have a least one table with a crystal ball. If you can't find one, you can always use a large snow globe of some kind.

Other great games include a Ouija board and Magic Eight ball.

Mexican Fiesta

Go "South of the border" for a festive theme party. Great decorations include inflatable cactus, chili peppers, boots, and sombreros. The signature drinks for a fiesta party are margaritas and Corona beer. Be sure to play plenty of fiesta music as you shake your maracas!

Casino/Las Vegas Night

The central theme is friendly gambling- either for prizes or just for fun. The most popular games tend to be blackjack and Poker. For the non-gambling type, include simple games like bingo and other popular card games.

Give each guest Poker chips, play money, and dice when they arrive. Great decorations include hanging fuzzy dice and lots of black and red balloons. For a Las Vegas style nightlife effect, add plenty of glow products.

Decade Party (50's, 60's, 70's, 80's)

Decade theme parties are extremely popular and can be also be used for themed birthday parties as well. Guests have lots of fun dressing in outfits from their high school and college days.

Flowered pants, peace signs, and John Lennon glasses are great for a 60's theme.

Bell-bottom Levi's or Wranglers are great for that 70's party- or go all out with your leisure suit.

Punk wigs, mezpahs, and jelly bracelets are great for a retro 80's look.

Dinner Party

There are many options for putting together a great dinner party. Depending on your own style, the dinner party can range from casual and entertaining, to gourmet and polished. The three most popular types of dinner parties tend to be dessert, cocktail, or international food themed.

For a more casual party, use a potluck style. Guest can bring along a dish of their choice. This can be a full course American meal or international cuisine. You can choose to be dessert or cocktail party specific.

Magic Theme Party

Planning a magic party doesn't have to be "tricky" after all. Go all out with your black top hat and magic wand as you get your guests to learn simple card tricks. Tricks can range from easy to more special effects.

Great decorations include hanging black top hats and lots of black and red balloons. For a magical effect, add plenty of glow products.

Western Theme Party

Think rustic and hearty!

Old lanterns, jugs, and bales of hay make great decorations. You can also use kerosene lamps and washtubs as accents. A game of horseshoes next to a roaring bonfire is a great activity for socializing. Sing-along western songs can liven up the bunch, and karaoke takes cowboy tunes to a new dimension. Games to play can include competitions in roping, or using a lasso to catch an object.

I hope these ideas helped spark some ideas for your upcoming theme party. Have a sensational celebration!

Top Ten Couples Bridal Shower Themes

Want to know the Top Ten Couples Bridal Shower Themes? The best ideas will focus on the couples interest. So, take a look at the following, and then choose "their" best.

o Romantic - what a great place to start. Decorate with soft lighting and their favorite colors. Gifts could include, wine, candles, and bedroom items.

o Sports Fanatic - Do they have a favorite team? Use team colors for decorations and tableware. Tickets to a sporting event is a great gift for this couple.

o Honeymoon Suite - let your party location look like their honeymoon destination by using pictures, posters, and props. A travel bag or photo album for future honeymoon pictures, are great gifts.

o Get Organized - base this theme around a certain area, for instance the kitchen. Set them up with drawer organizers, canisters, and cabinet racks. A Book on household tips is a good present.

o Gourmet Cook - if they've chosen kitchen colors, use this for party items. CookBooks, a food processor, or any gift fit for a chef, will be appreciated.

o Wine and Cheese - this is a great couples shower theme idea. Set up wine tasting stations, and a variety of cheese. Give a personalized wine, or set of glasses, to the guests of honor.

o Fitness Buffs - you know them. Whether it's bike riding, hiking or working out, this is their thing. Serve healthy snacks and drinks. A gym membership or piece of fitness equipment, is the right choice for this pair.

o Casino Party - this has built in entertainment. You'll find a good assortment of decorations and paper items for this theme. Strong colors are key. Use a variety of games.

o First Time Theme - is based around all the "firsts" the new couple will experience. Assign a different "first idea" to each guest. An example would be, the first time the electricity goes off. The couple would need a flashlight, candles, matches, etc.

o Home Bodies - whether it's watching tv, cooking, or gardening, they like being at home. Let your decorations reflect their interests, and choose gifts to match.

Couples bridal shower themes often include a mixed variety of guests, so plan all activities accordingly.

Bar Mitzvah Party Themes - Casino Night

Many boys choose a theme for their Bar Mitzvah party. One of the nice things about having a theme is that it can be incorporated into nearly all aspects of the party - starting with the party invitations all the way through the party favors.   This article will focus on a 'Casino Night' theme.

Start with the Invitations:  Set the mood for the party by sending out Casino themed party invitations. By typing in 'Casino invitations' in your search bar you will find yourself with many options. I was especially impressed with the large selection at 'Impressinprint'. With their invitations you can print them yourselves or have them printed them for you.  
 
Set a Casino Themed Place Card Table:  There are several Casino themed place card holders available. It will help set the scene for the party. Let your guests take home the place card holders as a memento from your party - they can use it as either a photo or memo holder.

Dress the Part: Dress yourself and the wait staff in fun casino apparel such as armbands, casino theme ties, casino aprons and visors and much more. Just type each of those words (armbands, ties, aprons, visors) with the word "casino" in front of it in your search bar and you will come up with a large variety of affordable casino apparel. Your guests will get a kick out of everyone being dressed for the part!
 
The Meal: You can't go wrong having a buffet like all the Casino hotels serve. Or, if you are going to serve a sit down meal give all the dishes a fun, gambling sound name (example: 'Gambler's Delight Chicken Piccata" and "Green with Money Green Beans Almondine") and put a 'Menu' on every table. You and your family will have fun coming up with the names.
 
Decorations: Spend a few minutes researching 'casino decorations' and you'll find more options than you can imagine. However, some of the best suppliers of casino themed decorations are those companies that specialize in 'prom decorations'. They even offer Casino theme kits  that include archways, backgrounds, columns and other large props. You will quickly be able to turn a large, plain room into a bustling Casino.
 
Activities: You can set up 'gaming tables' and hire dealers if you'd like - of course you'll need to use chocolate Poker chips and fake money (you can make your own money and input family members photos on the different denominations). To find out about renting casino equipment just type "casino equipment rental - city state" (example: casino equipment rental - birmingham mi) in your search bar to locate companies offering these services near you.
 
Party Favors: What's more appropriate than personalized Poker playing cards? They are great fun to give and to receive.   Chocolate slot machines, dice key chains, casino theme mugs and casino labeled mint tins are just some of the options that would work well as casino party favors.
  
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